From Longitude Expository Essay Is a brief nonfiction work in which an author informs the reader by explaining defining or interpreting an idea Often the writer reaches a conclusion through reasoning or logic ID: 264546
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Diction & Tone
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Expository Essay
Is a brief nonfiction work in which an author informs the reader by explaining, defining, or interpreting an idea. Often, the writer reaches a conclusion through reasoning or logic.Slide3
Nonfiction
Writing that is based on facts, real events & real peopleSlide4
Diction
The author’s choice of words that create tone, attitude, and style, as well as meaning. Slide5
Tone
The writer’s attitude toward their audience & subject.Slide6
Formal Diction
Formal words are used in formal situations. Formal diction does not reflect the way people speak, and instead follows the rules of grammar precisely. It uses extravagant, elegant, and sophisticated vocabulary.Slide7
Informal Diction
Informal diction is the relaxed, conversational language that we use everyday. It is used to address a familiar audience such as family or friends. Personal letters, emails, or documents that have a conversational tone are all written using informal diction.